ECE COURSE LEVEL OUTCOMES 1
SUBJECT
COURSE #
ECE
1
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
Given a description of an ECE setting, the student will be able to
describe the indicators of quality early childhood practices and
theoretical approaches.
The student will be able to describe what is quality care and early
education for young children.
Given a description of an ECE setting, the student will be able to
describe the indicators of quality early childhood practices and
theoretical approaches.
The student will be able to describe what is quality care and early
education for young children.
Given a description of an ECE setting, the student will be able to
describe the indicators of quality early childhood practices and
theoretical approaches.
The student will be able to describe what is quality care and early
education for young children. Student will provide a comprehensive
evaluation based on theories, principles, learning environment design,
developmentally appropriate practices that are culturally sensitive, antibias, inclusive curriculum and learning environment, evaluation of
learning and creative play through materials, activities, and environment.
ECE
2
Given a description of a child’s behaviors and relationships among
members of family, peers, school, and community, student will identify
and describe the factors that influenced child’s socialization.
Given a case study, student will identify the intervention strategies in the
following: family, school, child care center, and community
Given a description of a child’s behaviors and relationships among
members of family, peers, school, and community, student will identify
and describe the factors that influenced child’s socialization
Given a case study, student will identify the intervention strategies in the
following: family, school, child care center, and community
Given a description of a child’s behaviors and relationships among
members of family, peers, school, and community, student will identify
and describe the factors that influenced child’s socialization.
Given a case study, student will identify the intervention strategies in the
following: family, school, child care center, and community
ECE
4
Student will plan and implement lesson activities in a selected area of
creativity for young children.
ECE COURSE LEVEL OUTCOMES 2
Student will demonstrate skills and knowledge in developing and
presenting a creative activity in a selected curricular area.
Student will organize a portfolio of examples of works, lesson plans,
long term projects, documentation, and completed assignments to
demonstrate understanding of components of curriculum, integration of
the theories and concepts, the relationship of children's observations
and assessment, and basic curricular concepts.
ECE
10
Given a scenario the student will critically compare the purpose, value
and use of formal and informal observation and assessment in early
childhood settings.
Given a scenario the student will be able to describe and evaluate
characteristics, strengths, limitations and common assessment tools
relevant to developmental, cultural, and linguistic characteristics.
In partnership with families and other professionals interpret
observational data to inform teaching and strategies.
Embed activities related to assessment within play-based learning
environments, curriculum and care routines.
Given a scenario the student will critically compare the purpose, value
and use of formal and informal observation and assessment in early
childhood settings.
Given a scenario the student will be able to describe and evaluate
characteristics, strengths, limitations and common assessment tools
relevant to developmental, cultural , and linguistic characteristics.
In partnership with families and other professionals interpret
observational data to inform teaching and strategies.
Plan and organize activities related to assessment within play-based
learning environments, curriculum and care routines.
Given a hypothetical situation, students will identify and compare
different observation and assessment strategies to determine child's
needs and interests.
Demonstrate parent-teacher conference strategies using documentation
portfolio of child's progress and completion of a standards-based
assessment tool.
Based on empirical data of observations, work samples, checklists, and
materials, student will be able to evaluate the child's progress and
growth using an assessment tool like Desired Results Developmental
Profile (DRDP) or similar tool.
ECE
11
ECE COURSE LEVEL OUTCOMES 3
Students will be able to develop and implement activities, materials,
experiences and projects that promote cognitive development of all
young children from 0 - 5 years.
Students will be able to develop several experiences in math, social
sciences, and science using the preschool learning foundations and
DRDP as guidelines.
Students will compare and contrast different cognitive theories and
approaches in promoting cognitive development among children 0 - 5
years using specific examples.
Students will be able to develop and implement activities, materials,
experiences and projects that promote cognitive development of all
young children from 0 - 5 years.
Students will be able to develop several experiences in math, social
sciences, and science using the preschool learning foundations and
DRDP as guidelines
Students will compare and contrast different cognitive theories and
approaches in promoting cognitive development among children 0 - 5
years using specific examples.
ECE
12
Student will be able to demonstrate skills and competencies in planning
and implementing several activities and routines as lead teacher.
Student will be able to demonstrate skills and knowledge of observing
children, documenting children's behavior to develop lesson activities,
emergent curriculum, and children's developmental profiles.
Student will be able to demonstrate skills and competencies in planning
and implementing several activities and routines as lead teacher
Student will be able to demonstrate skills and knowledge of observing
children, documenting children's behavior to develop lesson activities,
emergent curriculum, and children's developmental profiles.
Student will be able to demonstrate skills and competencies in planning
and implementing several activities and routines as lead teacher.
Student will be able to demonstrate skills and knowledge of observing
children, documenting children's behavior to develop lesson activities,
emergent curriculum, and children's developmental profiles.
ECE COURSE LEVEL OUTCOMES 4
ECE
16
Plan and organize developmentally appropriate music experiences,
activities, and materials for children in an ECE program.
Student has knowledge of different type of children's music, basic
elements of music, and basic skills in playing rhythmic instruments.
<p>Given anecdotal notes, description of preschool children of diverse
backgrounds, and children's interests and needs, the student will
develop appropriate curricular topic in music, describe best teaching
approaches, and materials to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and
physical development through music.</p>
ECE
17
plan and implement movement experiences, activities, and materials
that meet the diverse needs of children in an ECE setting
Student will have the knowledge of different movement activities and
skill to demonstrate different movements with children in a group setting.
<p>Given anecdotal notes, description of preschool children of diverse
backgrounds, and brief evaluation of children's interests, the student will
develop appropriate activities with appropriate teaching methodologies
to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development
through movement curriculum.<br /><br />Assessment Tool:&nbsp;
Rubrics set up to identify the level of completeness, accuracy, and
appropriate of activities and experiences for young children of diverse
backgrounds. <br /><br />Criteria for assessment:&nbsp; Must score at
least a level of satisfactory or minimal competence in movement
curriculum.</p>
ECE
18
Given a scenario with young children, coworkers and supervisors, the
student will assess the situation, apply appropriate communication
techniques and evaluate the results.
ECE
19
Prepare a safe environment and select appropriate materials for all of
the areas of a child development center.
Prepare safe & healthy lesson plans utilizing a variety of materials.
Prepare healthy and nutritious snacks for preschool children.
Prepare a safe environment and select appropriate materials for all of
the areas of a child development center.
Prepare safe & healthy lesson plans utilizing a variety of materials.
Prepare healthy and nutritious snacks for preschool children
ECE COURSE LEVEL OUTCOMES 5
Review and evaluate a portfolio of materials, policies, and standards
applicable to a child care center/and/or family child care program.
Target semester for assessment: End of semester
Procedure: Students will be organizing materials, forms, and paperwork
needed to develop and maintain a healthy, safety, and nutritious
environment and program for children and families.
Rubrics tool will evaluate the reference binder for variety of information
and materials relevant for all children and families.
Given a vignette of a child care center, assess strategies to maximize
the mental and physical health of children and adults in programs for all
young children in accordance with culturally, linguistic and
developmentally sound practice.
Rubrics: evaluate work based on rubrics focusing on strategies,
practices, and environmental risks with solutions.
Target semester for assessment: end of the semester
Procedure: Students will complete a study addressing strategies of
mental and physical health practices meeting the needs of people of
diverse backgrounds, identifying and solving health, safety, and
environmental risks in programs.
Given a series of photos, video clip, or actual classroom visit, students
will evaluate the environment in the areas of safety, health, and nutrition.
Students will rate the areas using an assessment similar to Early
Childhood Rating Scale (ECERS) to evaluate the setting.
Review and evaluate a portfolio of materials, policies, and standards
applicable to a child care center/and/or family child care program.
Target semester for assessment: End of semester
Procedure: Students will be organizing materials, forms, and paperwork
needed to develop and maintain a healthy, safety, and nutritious
environment and program for children and families.
Rubrics tool will evaluate the reference binder for variety of information
and materials relevant for all children and families.
Given a vignette of a child care center, assess strategies to maximize
the mental and physical health of children and adults in programs for all
young children in accordance with culturally, linguistic and
developmentally sound practice.
Rubrics: evaluate work based on rubrics focusing on strategies,
practices, and environmental risks with solutions.
Target semester for assessment: end of the semester
Procedure: Students will complete a study addressing strategies of
mental and physical health practices meeting the needs of people of
ECE COURSE LEVEL OUTCOMES 6
diverse backgrounds, identifying and solving health, safety, and
environmental risks in programs.
Given a series of photos, video clip, or actual classroom visit, students
will evaluate the environment in the areas of safety, health, and nutrition.
Students will rate the areas using an assessment similar to Early
Childhood Rating Scale (ECERS) to evaluate the setting.
ECE
20
Student will develop an educational plan for infant/toddlers of diverse
backgrounds.
Student will develop an educational plan for infant/toddlers of diverse
backgrounds.
ECE
21
Student will design a learning environment to care for infants and
toddlers in small group settings
Student will design a learning environment to care for infants and
toddlers in small group settings
ECE
22
Student will be able to describe steps in conducting a meeting with a
parent interested in enrolling infant/toddler in a program.
Student will be able to describe steps in conducting a meeting with a
parent interested in enrolling infant/toddler in a program.
ECE
23
The student will develop a plan to optimize the learning environment to
meet infants and toddlers' learning needs in an inclusive environment
The student will develop a plan to optimize the learning environment to
meet infants and toddlers' learning needs in an inclusive environment
ECE
24
Student will able be able to develop an appropriate educational plan of
activities, resources, and approaches that addresses an infant/toddler's
particular need or disability.
Student will able be able to develop an appropriate educational plan of
activities, resources, and approaches that addresses an infant/toddler's
particular need or disability.
ECE COURSE LEVEL OUTCOMES 7
ECE
26
The student will be able to define the process for evaluation and
assessment and to describe parents' role and responsibilities in
accessing education and services for their children.
The student will understand basic disabilities that are most common in
Monterey County
The student will be able to define the process for evaluation and
assessment and to describe parents' role and responsibilities in
accessing education and services for their children
The student will understand basic disabilities that are most common in
Monterey County
ECE
27
Given a case study of a child with challenging behaviors, the student will
be able to develop a plan to manage behaviors, identify community
agencies to support families, and discuss effective strategies to support
family and child.
ECE
45
Student will develop a portfolio to document skills and knowledge
acquisition in an ECE setting
Student will demonstrate acquired skills and knowledge to the instructor
ECE
53
Given a hypothetical classroom situation of materials, staff, equipment,
room arrangement, critically examine societal and personal attitudes,
beliefs, values, assumptions, and biases about culture, language,
identity, family structures, ability, socio-economic status, and other
issues influenced by systemic oppression.
ECE COURSE LEVEL OUTCOMES 8
Given a hypothetical classroom situation of materials, staff, equipment,
room arrangement, critically examine societal and personal attitudes,
beliefs, values, assumptions, and biases about culture, language,
identity, family structures, ability, socio-economic status, and other
issues influenced by systemic oppression.
ECE
54
Given a vignette of children of diverse backgrounds, student will be able
to develop appropriate activities and strategies to promote language and
early literacy development.
1. Description of theories that support activities and strategies selected
for this group of children
2. Modifications of activities and strategies to accommodate the needs
of children with special needs
3. Types of language development and early literacy activities for
monolingual and English language learners
Given documentation, anecdotal notes, and assessments of several
English language learners, student will describe the each child's stage of
first and second language development, influences that have or have
not promotes second language learning, and recommendations of
activities to promote English language learning.
ECE
71
Student will develop a handbook of responsibilities and practices for
adults who will work in an ECE classroom.
Student will conduct
Pre- and post- program evaluation using the ECERS-R, ITERS-R,
FCCERS-R or SACERS.
Student will develop cross-cultural anti-bias approach in establishing a
strong team of adults of diverse backgrounds.
Student will develop a resource book about practices and knowledge of
mentoring, communication skills, quality improvement approaches, team
building and group dynamics, regulations, and ethics.
Student will conduct
Pre- and post- program evaluation using the ECERS-R, ITERS-R,
FCCERS-R or SACERS.
Student will develop cross-cultural anti-bias approach in establishing a
strong team of adults of diverse backgrounds.
ECE COURSE LEVEL OUTCOMES 9
ECE
101
Student will develop professional growth plan in completing educational
requirements leading to a child development permit and/or AS degree
with an ECE major.
Student will identify the skills, knowledge, and dispositions of an
effective educator of young children.
ECE
193
Student will be able to identify at least one new strategy or information
about program management to support families and their children.
Student will be able to identify at least one new strategy or information
about ECE Leadership and ECE professionalism to support families and
their children
ECE
194
1. Student will be able to identify at least one new strategy or
information about current philosophy, teaching approach, and/or
curriculum required by government mandates and rules.
ECE
199
Student able to identify how to apply newly acquired skills and
knowledge in the classroom setting with young children.
ECE COURSE LEVEL OUTCOMES 10
ECE
200
Students will understand the some basic theories and concepts about
optimum growth and development of young children.
Students will be able to practice an effective strategy that supports
optimum growth and development of young children.
ECE
12A
ECE
12B
Student will have gained the skills and knowledge to plan and organize
to be lead teacher of all routines, activities, lessons, and child-family
relationships
Student will have the skills and knowledge to
design, implement and evaluate curriculum activities that are based on
observation and
assessment of young children
ECE
195A/M
Student will be able to write a short paragraph on how new skills and
knowledge can be implemented in the ECE setting.
ECE
196A/J
ECE
197A/G
ECE
198A/I
Student able to identify how to apply newly acquired skills and
knowledge in the classroom setting with young children.
For selected topics of 2 units or more:
Student will document his/her experiences implementing curricular
approaches or activities in a classroom setting of young children in a
journal
Student able to identify how to apply newly acquired skills and
knowledge in the classroom setting with young children.
For selected topics of 2 units or more:
Student will document his/her experiences implementing curricular
approaches or activities in a classroom setting of young children in a
journal
ECE COURSE LEVEL OUTCOMES 11
ECE
70A
1. Basic skills
1. Identify the main idea of a paragraph
2. Summarize content of a paragraph/short essay
Study skills
a. Basic note taking
b. Dictionary use
c. thesaurus use
2. Prepare an initial draft of a paper/paragraph
5. select appropriate details and devise a plan for presenting them in a
paper/paragraph
3. proofread paper/paragraph for errors in mechanics, grammar, and
usage
Students will develop an Administrators' Resource Binder to include
class resources, class projects, Title 22 and Title 5 regulations, Facility
Development, Program Development, Health and Safety plans,
Marketing, Enrollment, Staffing design and budgets.
Assessment: Rubrics scale to rate the binder on completion, accuracy,
and organization.
ECE
70B
Students will be comply and refer to a portfolio of information, reference
materials, assessments, charts, sample parent education workshops,
and strategies in public relations.
Students will be able to administration a program administration scale
(PAS) and develop an action plan based on assessment score.
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